Achievers section provides the sample paper 2023-24 for the International englishEnglish Olympiad (IEO) for class 1.it can be useful for students because it builds general awareness and encourages learning beyond the regular school syllabus.
Practicing with Previous Year Papers help you gain confidence.
Sample Paper 2023
WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE For questions 1 to 4, Choose the correct word that describe picture 5
1.
A. Lemon
B. Kiwi
C. Dragon fruit
D. Wood apple
View Answer
D
2.
A. Ankle
B. Heel
C. Leg
D. Toe
View Answer
B
3.
A. Pangolin
B. Leopard
C. Tiger
D. Langur
View Answer
A
4.
A. Feather
B. Crown
C. Claw
D. Beak
View Answer
D
5. What is the home of spider called?
A. Hill
B. Cage
C. Burrow
D. Web
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D
6. Which of these words can be both singular and plural?
A. Men
B. Wolves
C. Deer
D. Children
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C
7. Choose the correct option for the underlined words.
I followed my mother’s advice
A. Noun
B. Adverb
C. Adjective
D. Verb
View Answer
D
8.Choose the correct option for the underlined words
They are playing in the garden.
A. Noun
B. Pronoun
C. Adjective
D. Verb
View Answer
B
For questions 9 to 12, choose the correct option to fill in the blanks
9. My father has to ____ a flight tomorrow.
A. Flow
B. Run
C. Catch
D. Flys
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C
10. _____ birds are building a nest
A. A
B. An
C. The
D. No article
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C
11. A cow is sitting ___the shed.
A. up
B. under
C. on
D. down
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B
12. Do _____work fast.
A. you
B. your
C. him
D. it
View Answer
B
13. Choose the option with correct spelling
A. ETMOSHPERE
B. ATMOSTPERE
C. ETMOSTPHERE
D. ATMOSPHERE
View Answer
D
14. Choose the word that means same as DESSERT
A. Leave
B. Sand
C. Sweet treat
D. Barren
View Answer
C
15. Choose the opposite of SERIOUS.
A. Jolly
B. Sight
C. Grave
D. Advance
View Answer
A
Reading for questions 16 to 20, look at the picture and choose the correct answer
16. Mother and Sona are ___ a cake batter
A. cook
B. mixing
C. made
D. looking
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B
17. There are ___bowls on the table.
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. Five
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C
18. Sona is wearing a __cap.
A. chef
B. chefs
C. chefs’
D. chef’s
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D
19. There is a refrigerator _______ them.
A. behind
B. under
C. besides
D. on
View Answer
A
20. The color ______ their apron is pink.
A. on
B. of
C. at
D. in
View Answer
B
For questions 21 to 25, read the passage and answer the questions that follow
Once there was a flock of pigeons that lived on a banyan tree. One day the pigeons were flying in search of food. They saw plenty of grains scattered around on the ground. All of them came down to the ground to collect grains to eat. But it was a trap laid by hunter. The hunter had laid a net on the ground and all of the pigeons were caught on it.
The pigeons were very sad and hurt because they knew that their end was near. The leader of the pigeons asked them not to lose hope. He said that if all of them made a joint effort, they would be able to fly away with the net. The leader was a wise pigeon and knew the power of unity. All the pigeons tried in unison and finally were able to fly away with net. The hunter could do nothing but regret at seeing the pigeons fly away.
After flying for a long time, they reached a place where old friend of the leader pigeon lived. It was a rat. The leader pigeon called for his friend and then the rat came out of the hole. Once he understood the whole story, he called his friends. All the rats worked on the net and were able to cut it to set the pigeons free.
– Panchatantra Stories
21. What did the pigeons see on the ground while flying?
A. Plenty of grains
B. A few corns
C. Some fruits
D. Some nuts
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A
22. What happened when the pigeons came down to the ground?
A. They ate the grains and flew away.
B. They were caught in the trap set by the hunter.
C. They met the rat at its home.
D. They drank some water from a pot
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B
23. How did the hunter react on seeing the pigeons fly away with the net?
A. He was happy.
B. He was nervous.
C. He was confused.
D. He regretted.
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D
24.What is the moral of the story?
A. Work alone always
B. Unity is strength
C. Greed is not good for anyone
D. Help others only if they help you
View Answer
B
25. The rat and his friends helped the pigeons by __
A. cutting the net and setting them free
B. biting the hunter on his leg
C. eating the grains all alone
D. giving them grains to eat
View Answer
A
SPOKEN AND WRITTEN EXPRESSION For questions 26 to 30, choose the most suitable option to complete each conversation.
26. Mother: Do you want ___ juice?
Jeena Yes, please
A. much
B. many
C. some
D. enough
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C
27. Rahul: Thanks for ____us for the trip.
Laxmi : You are welcome. It will be fun
A. inviting
B. invite
C. invited
D.invitation
View Answer
A
28. Seema: Reema and I ____ a test tomorrow.
Mother: You must study now.
A. has
B. am
C. was
D. have
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D
29. Divya: Please ___on the lights.
A. push
B. make
C. turn
D. open
View Answer
C
30. Mother: How do you feel today?
Raj: I feel ____.
A. better
B. tiring
C. happily
D. sleep
View Answer
A
ACHIEVERS SECTION
31. The team played well ___ they could win.
A. but
B. because
C. still
D. so
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D
32. ___ you reached the venue?
A. Has
B. Do
C. Did
D. Have
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D
33. Choose the correct spelling:
A. APPRECIATE
B. APRICIATE
C. APPERCIATE
D. APPEARICIATE
View Answer
A
34. Choose the correct verb from the given options
Did you pass the tests this time.
A. you
B. pass
C. this
D. tests
View Answer
B
35. Choose the correct option to complete the conversation.
Jaya: Please ___ , you were rude.
Ratan: I am sorry. I didn’t mean to hurt you.
A. sorry
B. apologies
C. pardon
D. excused
View Answer
B
REMEMEBER:
Solving sample papers is one of the most important things students must do during their preparation.
📚 Why is the IEO Exam Important?
- Improves English skills – Builds strong grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and comprehension.
- Develops logical thinking – Questions encourage students to understand and apply language rules.
- Builds confidence – Regular practice helps students feel more comfortable with English.
- Encourages healthy competition – Students get an opportunity to test their skills at different levels.
- Improves exam readiness – Helps students become familiar with objective-type questions and time management.
- Identifies strengths and areas for improvement – Results can show which English topics need more practice.
🌟 Benefits of IEO Preparation
- Better vocabulary and word usage
- Stronger grammar fundamentals
- Improved reading comprehension
- Better spelling and sentence formation
- Faster problem-solving
- Greater confidence in English
🎯 IEO Preparation Strategy
1. Strengthen the basics
Revise parts of speech, tenses, articles, prepositions, pronouns, conjunctions, and subject–verb agreement.
2. Build vocabulary daily
Learn a few new words every day along with their meanings, spellings, synonyms, and usage.
3. Practice comprehension
Read short passages and answer questions based on them.
4. Solve sample papers
Practice previous/sample papers to understand the question pattern and difficulty.
5. Practice regularly
Even 20–30 minutes a day can be useful when done consistently.
6. Improve speed and accuracy
Set a time limit while solving practice questions.
7. Review mistakes
Keep track of incorrect answers and revise those topics regularly.
Simple formula:
Learn → Practice → Check Mistakes → Revise → Take Mock Tests → Improve
